First timers....my friend Janet works here so we had to come check it out…read more We had a great time! Food was good/HUGE tenderloin. Too much for one person, so it is definitely shareable!!!! They've got pull-tabs, a jukebox, huge outdoor patio for smokers and when it's a beautiful day, and they encourage bikers, neighbors, and just about anyone!

Fantastic dive bar! Burgers was might tasty, great crinkle fries! Stacy the bartender & server was…read morephenomenal!! She and another gentleman were so welcoming and accommodating to help our larger group with seating, and recommend great menu items! Cold domestic beer!

I highly recommend The Fountain Room. We recently reserved the (semi private) Pemberton Room here…read morefor the rehearsal dinner before our son's wedding. The communication throughout the process was great and it made the planning very easy from start to finish. They offered several good menu options and were also very flexible (we wanted to omit veal from a dish). The food was well prepared, and the guests commented on how good everything was, including the excellent service. The ambiance was perfect for our event and we're so happy that we chose The Fountain Room for this special occasion.

The Fountain Room was one of the highlights of my recent trip to Indianapolis. I was captivated by…read morethe stunning interior design. The combination of emerald green, gold accents, and classic black-and-white details created a sophisticated atmosphere that felt both glamorous and timeless. The food was exceptional. The Brie Brûlée was one of my favorite dishes I've ever had. The sea bass was equally impressive, cooked beautifully and packed with flavor. I also loved the thoughtful nod to the building's history. The Old Fashioned made with Coca-Cola syrup was a unique touch that paid tribute to the Bottleworks area. Between the gorgeous setting, outstanding food, and creative cocktails, The Fountain Room delivered on every level. I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Indianapolis!

I brought a friend to Bluebeard and she was very impressed!…read more I got the seasonal cocktail and she got a mocktail. Both drinks were delicious and a perfect way to start the meal. We ordered the Caesar broccolini and the Burrata for our appetizers. The portions were plenty for 2 to 3 people. Both appetizers were good. We ordered the lamb Ragu and the half chicken for our meals. Neither one of us typically orders a pasta dish, but the server recommended it and it did not disappoint! The half chicken was incredible. My friend even said "this is the best chicken I've ever had in my life". I would order both of these dishes again! We were too full for dessert, but I'll be sure to leave room when I come back next time!

**Bluebeard... wtf**…read more Bluebeard has been on my Indianapolis restaurant list since I moved here from Chicago in 2021. I've found some really great restaurants here over the years, so I was especially excited to finally make it to Bluebeard. Each year during Devour, my husband and I pick a restaurant for each other as a surprise, and this year I chose Bluebeard. We had a 6:15 reservation and arrived about 10 minutes late due to traffic. I apologized, and we were promptly seated. Unfortunately, that's where the experience started to go downhill. Our server took about 15 minutes to come over, and although our appetizer arrived quickly (chips&dip), our drinks took another 15 minutes. I held off on ordering our meal because I wanted to do the Devour menu with the wine pairing. The food & drinks was a mixed bag: - Beauregard cocktail: 10/10 - Chips & avocado ranch dip: 8/10 - Crudo: 9/10 - Smoked fish dip: 4/10 - Mushroom ravioli: 8/10 - Short Rib Ragu: 3/10 - Chocolate crème brûlée: 3/10 There were definitely some great dishes, but the slow service and inconsistent food were disappointing for a restaurant with this reputation. The biggest issue came toward the end of the meal. The hostess came to our table and told us we needed to hurry because she needed the table for another reservation. **We were still waiting for dessert.** I explained that the service had been very slow and that we were waiting on our desserts. Our server apologized and said the hostess likely didn't realize what had been happening and was under stress. I completely understand that Devour can bring in more traffic than usual, but that's also something a restaurant at this level needs to be prepared to handle. We shouldn't have been made to feel rushed when the delays were not on our end. I really wanted to love Bluebeard after having it on my list for five years, but unfortunately, it didn't live up to my expectations. For comparison, some of my favorite Indy restaurants for both food and service are Bocca, Union 50, Matador, Rosemary & Olive, Tinker Street, Strange Bird, Delicia, and Bodhi. Maybe we caught Bluebeard on an off night, but for me, this experience fell short.

the staff was very professional and inviting the ambience was lively food was great temperature and…read morevery tasty

Best fried chicken I have ever had at a restaurant ! Our server was great and came around often, we…read morereally enjoyed sitting outside. This place had plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors. We enjoyed every drink we got, highly recommend the lavender lemonade and also enjoyed both meals we got and would 100% come back.

After a concert last night i definitely wasn't going home to cook so passed by the world famous…read morehotboys and word of mouth I've been told to try it. Glad I did. I got my order to go but the gentleman who took my order was kind enough to offer me a cup for some water. The spot was happening. Music, good vibes, the decor was fun. I couldn't decide which meal I was trying so I'm definitely going to make another trip sometime soon. I got the tenders with mac but added a side of greens. Boy oh boy the greens were the star and wow my tastebuds were incredibly satisfied. I've had greens but these were like some ultimate flavors and holy greens i definitely could just order some of these every now and again by themselves. Mac was great. Definitely complimented the greens. The tenders though omg. The flavor was insane. I gotta try them with the waffles next time for sure. Overall the wait wasn't long and my food was still hot. I ended up sharing with my son and he was even raving about it. Great service, fun and lit atmosphere, last but not least food was fire. Side note: people complain about price but I'll be honest, when the food is good and staff are amazing, the price to me doesn't matter. You get what you pay for and let's be real, this isn't chic fil a, this is hot boys and the chicken is definitely that.

Mixed reviews. Five of us visited. I enjoyed my chicken sandwich at the "mild plus" heat level. The…read moreother four people I was with got "medium" and "medium plus" (they are hot sauce / heat lovers) and they all hated the food. It honestly hurt to see all that chicken go directly into the garbage, but they claim it was inedible. Since it's not a saucy type of flavoring, but a dry rub, they said that the heat was painful, and not flavorful. Back to the sandwich I enjoyed... I felt that there was a sweetness to the flavor that I liked, which I could see not everyone enjoying. There is also a hot dusting over the french fries which exacerbates any discomfort people are having from the heat. There really wasn't anything to cool it down. The macaroni and cheese was piping hot, although not spicy.

Whenever I see birria tacos on a menu, I order them. I've eaten them more times than I can count…read more This establishment has the very best I've ever had. They have raised the bar for sure. The real knockout here was the freshness and tenderness of the beef and the consome. My partner ordered the huevos rancheros and that did not disappoint either! I had a few bites and was highly impressed with the bold flavor. I can guarantee you that you will leave with a full belly and a big smile!

I went recently and saw a band in the patio area. It's a…read morenice quaint and clean bar / pub. We had some appetizers / snack food and it was decent. I will try some of their other food offerings in the future if and when I go back. The reviews on their other food ex: sandwiches etc are highly favorable. The staff was sharp, super attentive, active and hard working. I really liked the decor. I especially liked all the signs in the women's bathroom. When I go next time, I might contribute one if they have space on the wall. It's a laid back place to hang out and that's all good with me.

Five stars all the way. The catfish was outstanding--crispy on the outside, perfectly cooked on the…read moreinside, and full of flavor. Easily one of the best I've had in a long time. Service was friendly and attentive, and Shannan did a great job taking care of us. Everything came out quickly and just as expected. Between the food and the service, this place really delivered. I'll definitely be back!

Overall, I love this place. I hope it doesn't get closed down like several of their other locations…read morehave recently. The food is generally very good, the place is clean, and the employees are very nice. One key getting a decent value here is order one of the Mayfield value plates. You get an entrée and two side sides and a bread for a decent price. If you go crazy and start treating it like a buffet, your bill might be shockingly high.

Great food, great service. Nice selection of proteins, veggies, starches and desserts…read more Prices are. Are fair, good value. Food appears and tastes freshly prepared..

EDIT: The organization I deceptively mentioned at the beginning of my review has rightfully asked…read moreme to clarify that I am not a member, voting or otherwise, past or present, of CCL, nor have I pursued membership or been interested in doing so. I've helped a little bit with a few of their events, but I'm just some concerned queer who got livid when he heard about this, and I thought that implying I'm with a group would make my words carry more weight. Stupid, and I make exactly one apology: for lying about my affiliation, I'm sorry. The organization has also asked me not to abut Shelby Street Tavern's reply to my review on Google, and I have grudgingly agreed. However, the post stays. I will notate my deception, and will also remove the needlessly rude section at the end, but the rest stands. ORIGINAL POST, EDITED AS EXPLAINED ABOVE: This is honestly a great bar, mostly, hence the 5-stars for Food, Service, and Atmosphere. I was initially glad my organization [NOTE: THIS IS A LIE, SEE ABOVE] chose to patronize this place. But that appreciation ended last night when bar management decided that keeping things quiet was more important than dealing with an assault and battery that happened at the bar. If the genders and races in the situation had been reversed, my friend would still be in jail right now, while the harasser in this situation got to finish out their night feeling good about getting away with what they've done. Someone reserving your bar for an event does not magically get the right to assault and batter someone. Never mind that the person doing the A&B has a history of harassing the person they chased out of the bar... [NOTE: FINAL PARAGRAPH REMOVED FOR BEING UNNECESSARILY RUDE]

Popped in early this summer, saw a show on the patio. Popped in recently had a good drink, good…read moredog + fries and did some karaoke without knowing anyone in there. friendly staff and folks.

I've been quite a bit and love it! From brunch to prefix dinner to speciality cocktails - it's…read morealways been delicious, creative and welcoming! I've brought book club, my mentee, long lost cousins and my family here. The servers are very kind and helpful. The vibe is positive and artsy. There's a small parking lot. It's right off the Redline. And walking from Garfield Park and Library. It's a community hotspot and I wish it wasn't leaving... especially with ample seating inside and out, community dinners and first Friday.

Yikes!! Haven't had this bad of an experience somewhere in a long time…read more My husband and I stopped in here for dinner this last Saturday night. As soon as we walked in we were greeted by the female bartender doing shots with customers. She then came over and tried to play it off and said we could sit wherever and gave us menus. Our server came over and brought us water and then told us "whatever it says we have online, we don't have" before walking away. He didn't come back for a super long time and we were about to get up and leave (wish we had) right before he finally came back. I asked how big of a piece of salmon they serve if I were to add it on top of their kale salad and it was a decent size so I chose that for dinner. My husband got the BLT (the whole reason we went there for dinner). I ordered a glass of Prosecco and my husband ordered a beer that they had on the menu up front, but he was told they actually didn't have it. He ordered the Mexican lager instead. While we waited for our drinks, my husband was reading the board by the front entrance and it was full of July 4th specials, but we are halfway through August. Our drinks came out and my Prosecco was great (the only good thing from our entire visit). My husband's beer was bad/flat and he took one sip and never drank anything else from it. Our server either never noticed or didn't care. Then, to top it off, the next day they posted online about having trouble with their lines, so they knowingly served us/charged us for a bad beer. Our food came out and I was IMMEDIATELY hit with a strong fish smell, which is not normal for salmon. The taste was even stronger than the smell and I tried to trick myself into thinking it was because they cook it differently, but it grossed me out and I started looking online to see if it was okay and it is either from it spoiling/improper storage or cooking at way too high of a temperature. From our table we could see into the back that their cooler door was left open our entire time there, so I'm guessing it was spoiled/improperly stored. Needless to say, I didn't finish my food. My husband said his bacon didn't taste fresh, but still ate his sandwich. He said his chips were stale and didn't eat any of them after trying the first one. The terrible dinner combined with the wall behind us covered in a bunch screws and nails poking out with nothing hanging on them, the floors being filthy, and the staff being inattentive made us unsurprised that they only had one other table and a couple of people at the bar while we were there on a Saturday night. I would not return here again.